Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in Santa Fe County, NM
The median gross rent in Santa Fe County is $1,252 — 55% above the New Mexico state median. It ranks #32 of 33 counties for affordability.
Median rent$1,252
1-bedroom$1,054
2-bedroom$1,295
3-bedroom$1,552
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How to find the cheapest rent in Santa Fe County
- Target the $1,054–$1,295 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within New Mexico.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near Santa Fe County
- Guadalupe County$412
- Mora County$560
- Luna County$572
- Union County$587
- Colfax County$656